NYT Crossword · 11 Down
“1979 sci-fi classic” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Tuesday, June 23, 1998 as 11 Down. The answer has 5 letters. Reveal it below one square at a time, or open the hints first if you only want a push in the right direction.
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NYT Crossword · Tuesday, June 23, 1998 · 11 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “1979 sci-fi classic”?
The answer has 5 letters. It starts with A and ends with N, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
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Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, June 23, 1998, at 11 Down.
What is the answer to the “1979 sci-fi classic” crossword clue?
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